Your first week as a student in Moscow
Housing, campus commute, university access, transport and city services in one practical start.
What to check in the first two days.
How to build a main and backup route.
Which accounts and contacts to set up immediately.
Step-by-step checklist
- Confirm housing arrangements.
- Test the student portal, timetable and university email.
- Build two routes to campus.
- Check eligibility for student transport benefits.
How to make it easier
Start with the basics
- Prioritize housing, connectivity, access and your commute.
- Test the real morning travel time.
Common mistakes
- Do not rely on a single route to campus.
What to open next
Checked against an official source
Student transport information
Check current eligibility and fares on Moscow’s official transport portal.
FAQ
Why revisit this guide
Keep this action order and reuse it when the same situation returns.
What matters most?
A stable base: housing, commute, access, connectivity, documents and a manageable rhythm.
Build the next step
Connect the guide with events, housing and your to-do list.